Hydration importance for cyclists

We all know that staying hydrated is important, particularly if we’re going to be climbing a mountain. But just how important is it really? How much should we be drinking during exercise? And WHAT should we be drinking? Dietitan Alan McCubbin digs through the research. Hydration for cyclists: how much do we really need to drink?  

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Hydration for women

Just as male-specific saddles aren’t going to be a great fit for most women, hydration strategies that suit males mightn’t necessarily be right for females. So what are the differences between what various body types need? Dr Stacy Sims takes a look in an article over at Ella CyclingTips. Hydration: the different needs of women  

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Hydration on the bike

There’s a bewildering array of sports drinks on the market and it can be hard to make sense of all the options. This post at the British Cycling website should help https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/knowledge/article/izn20140514-Nutrition-Hydration-101-0      

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